How far should the strings be from the fretboard?

The distance between the strings and the neck at the 12th fret should be about 1.6 millimetres (0.063 in), or the width of a dime. Hold the flat end of a ruler against the neck and measure how high the strings are. If the strings are further than 1.6 millimetres (0.063 in), (high action) you need to lower the bridge.

How high should the strings be on an acoustic guitar?

Measuring at the 12th fret (as in the photo), the action height should be 2.6 mm for Steel String Acoustic guitar, 1.8 for electric, 2.0mm for bass and 3mm for a Classical.

What is the best string height for electric guitar?

For electric guitars, in our opinion, a good default string height at the 12th fret is typically about 6/64th of an inch (2.38mm) on the bass side and 4/64th of an inch (1.59mm) on the treble side.

How do you size an electric guitar?

Measuring a Guitar’s Total Length Take a tape measure and line it up along the strings. The total length is from the very end of the body to the tip of the headstock. If you take a look at the earlier photo of the different types of guitars, you’ll notice that every type of guitar has a different shaped body.

How do I know if my guitar nut is too high?

There should be just a hair of space between the string and 1st fret… slightly more for bass strings than treble. If it is touching, you will likely get buzz, if there is too much space, not only will it be harder to play, but you will stretch the string sharp when you fret it.

How high should the action be on an electric guitar?

around 1/16″
Action on a guitar is usually measured at the 12th fret. Typically preferred action on an electric guitar is around 1/16″ (1.6mm) on the high E string and 3/32″ (2.4mm) on the low E string when in standard tuning using standard gauge strings.

Is a 41 inch guitar full size?

Select the right size guitar. Generally, adults are comfortable with full size guitars (40” Concert size and 41” Dreadnought in acoustic guitars). If you are small in stature consider a 40” Concert size guitar or smaller.

Can a guitar be too big?

If you have to “hulk” around the body of your instrument it is probably going to make life very hard while playing. Travel or gig size guitars can still have a very full sound and there is no “benefit” to having one size or shape, it comes down to personal preference.

How much does a guitar setup cost?

Premade Custom Made 6-String guitar $35 + setup $80 + setup 4-String bass $30 + setup $80 + setup 12-String guitar $50 + setup $100 + setup Mandolin $45 + setup $100 + setup Banjo or ukulele $30 + setup $80 + setup Locking nut $30 + setup N/A.

How do you set up a guitar?

Hold down the first fret on the 6th string. Hold down the first fret with your other hand while continuing to hold down the fret closest to the body of the guitar. Doing this will allow you to see whether there is a gap between the strings and the neck of the guitar.

How do you adjust guitar nut?

Score around the edge of the nut anywhere it’s attached to the guitar with your craft knife/scalpel. Take your block of wood and lie it down on the fretboard so that the flat piece of the wood is pressed up against the nut. Very lightly tap the other end of the wood with your hammer. This is a very light tap.

What are the best acoustic guitar strings?

Light gauge strings are often the best acoustic guitar strings for the player that engages a variety of picking, strumming and fingerstyle approaches. They combine balanced response with versatility, including alternate tunings.